Dental Assistant: Chairside Care & Patient Experience

Western Dental & Orthodontics; Cathedral City (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonrava is seeking a Dental Assistant focused on patient care, supporting the doctor with chair-side procedures, and taking radiographs in a fast-paced dental practice. You will help maintain patient flow, prepare the operatory, and educate patients to ensure a superior experience.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid radiography certification, and state-specific DA credentials. CPR and nitrous oxide certifications are a plus, with ongoing OSHA/ HIPAA training and a team-driven

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current radiography certification is required.
• DA certification as required by state or eligibility to become certified.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Nitrous oxide analgesia certification preferred.
• Maintain OSHA and HIPAA training annually.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service with a pediatrics-friendly chair-side manner.
• Assist doctors with dental procedures and anticipate needs.
• Take, develop and mount radiographs accurately.
• Review patient charts, document health history, and transcribe notes.
• Sterilize and prepare equipment and operatory per guidelines.
• Maintain schedule and patient flow efficiently.
• Educate patients and address questions or concerns.
• Demonstrate teamwork to deliver an excellent patient experience.
• Support front desk with scheduling follow-ups and lab cases.
• Adhere to HIPAA, OSHA, and BBP safety policies.

Skills

Chair-side assistance

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Radiography certification

Dental Assistant certification (state)

CPR certification (preferred)

Nitrous oxide analgesia certification (preferred)

OSHA/ HIPAA training

Tools

Radiography equipment

Job description

Sonrava is seeking a Dental Assistant focused on patient care, supporting the doctor with chair-side procedures, and taking radiographs in a fast-paced dental practice. You will help maintain patient flow, prepare the operatory, and educate patients to ensure a superior experience.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid radiography certification, and state-specific DA credentials. CPR and nitrous oxide certifications are a plus, with ongoing OSHA/ HIPAA training and a team-driven